El Bahar was an Indonesian language newspaper based in Jakarta which was published between 1966 and 1972.

[1] The newspaper began publication in September 1966, under the leadership of Indonesian Navy commodore Soejoso Poegoeh (nephew of deposed president Sukarno).

[2] El Bahar was described by contemporary newspapers as "lacking news", and instead containing a large number of pro-Sukarno commentary.

[4] The paper softened its stance following Poegoeh's 1969 assignment as military attache in India, with members of its editorial board being replaced.

[1][5] Throughout its life, the newspaper was published irregularly, switching from daily, weekly, and biweekly publications.